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  • A Hazard of New Fortunes

    by William Dean Howells ...
    New York City. The dawn of a new century. Two men intent on changing the world with two very different visions.When a self-made millionaire and a new-age social revolutionary come head-to-head, there's no telling who will come out on top. One wants the world. The other wants to give it to those less fortunate. And when a goodwill man steps in to act as mediator, he soon finds himself at a crisis ... Read more

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  • A Confession of St. Augustine

    An Introspective Journey into Faith and Redemption

    by William Dean Howells ...
    In "A Confession of St. Augustine," William Dean Howells delivers a remarkable adaptation of Augustine's spiritual journey, intricately weaving the early Christian's introspective musings with modern literary sensibilities. Howells employs a contemplative and often lyrical prose style, inviting readers to explore themes of sin, redemption, and the complexities of faith within the framework of a ... Read more

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  • The Rise of Silas Lapham

    by William Dean Howells ...
    The classic novel about an ordinary man's ascent into wealthy Boston circles, and its effect on him and his family.Thanks to hard work and good fortune, Silas Lapham succeeds financially in the paint business. But money and class are not the same thing, and the Laphams struggle to feel they truly fit in amid New England's social aristocracy.When they move into a luxurious home in the elite Back ... Read more

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  • The Rise of Silas Lapham

    by William Dean Howells ...
    Key themes explored in "The Rise of Silas Lapham" include:Wealth and Social Status: The novel delves into the impact of newfound wealth on individuals' aspirations and interactions with established social hierarchies.Business and Ethics: The Lapham family's journey raises questions about the moral implications of business decisions and the pursuit of wealth.Family Dynamics: The relationships ... Read more

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  • A Hazard of New Fortunes (Complete)

    by William Dean Howells ...
    The following story was the first fruit of my New York life when I began to live it after my quarter of a century in Cambridge and Boston, ending in 1889; and I used my own transition to the commercial metropolis in framing the experience which was wholly that of my supposititious literary adventurer. He was a character whom, with his wife, I have employed in some six or eight other stories, and ... Read more

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  • Ragged Lady -Volume 1

    by William Dean Howells ...
    In "Ragged Lady," Howells explores social and class issues in late 19th-century America. The story revolves around the character of Lydia Anderson, a woman of modest means who becomes the focus of attention for a group of philanthropists interested in improving her life.The novel delves into the efforts of these philanthropists to transform Lydia's circumstances and elevate her social standing, ... Read more

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  • The Rise of Silas Lapham

    by William Dean Howells ...
    Silas Lapham goes from rags to riches, and his ensuing moral susceptibility is the center of this tale. Silas earns a fortune in the paint business, but lacks social standards, a failure which he attempts to remedy through his daughter's marriage to the scion of the aristocratic Corey family. ... Read more

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    Also available as: Audiobook

  • Annie Kilburn : a Novel

    by William Dean Howells ...
    The story revolves around the character of Annie Kilburn, a young woman from a small New England town who moves to Boston. Annie faces various challenges and experiences as she navigates the complexities of city life, encounters different social circles, and grapples with personal and moral dilemmas.William Dean Howells, known for his realistic and often socially conscious portrayals, uses "Annie ... Read more

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  • Stories Of Ohio

    by William Dean Howells ...
    Mr. Howells has in the present volume given his writings the form of a series of historical stories, in which his native State is described and pictured from as remote a period as the geologic ice age. The slow-moving glaciers in the distant past covered most of the present State of Ohio. They rounded off the corners of her hills, smoothed the contour of her valleys, left glacial scratches on her ... Read more

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  • The World of Chance

    by William Dean Howells ...
    From the club where the farewell dinner was given him, Ray went to the depot of the East & West Railroad with a friend of his own age, and they walked up and down the platform talking of their lives and their loves, as young men do, till they both at once found themselves suddenly very drowsy. They each pretended not to be so; his friend made a show of not meaning to leave him till the through ... Read more

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  • American Literary Centers (from Literature and Life)

    Exploring American Literary Culture in the Late 19th Century

    by William Dean Howells ...
    In "American Literary Centers," William Dean Howells offers a profound exploration of the cultural and intellectual landscapes that shaped American literature from the mid-19th to the early 20th century. Through a series of engaging essays, Howells examines the emergence of literary hubs such as Boston and New York, revealing how these cities fostered artistic innovation and community among ... Read more

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  • The Quality of Mercy

    Exploring morality, justice, and societal norms in 19th-century America

    by William Dean Howells ...
    In "The Quality of Mercy," William Dean Howells masterfully navigates the complexities of human nature and morality through the lens of a compelling narrative infused with social realism typical of 19th-century American literature. Set against the backdrop of an industrializing society, Howells delves into the life of his characters with a keen psychological insight, portraying their struggles ... Read more

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